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3.89 AVERAGE
3.89 AVERAGE
Though not as well known perhaps as his Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy books, the Dirk Gently books also showcase Douglas Adams' quirky sense of humor and subtle societal observations. Dirk Gently promotes himself as a "holistic" private detective. He justifies adding on personal expenses such as a new refrigerator to his clients' bills based on his declarations of the "interconnectedness of all things". If he gets lost or isn't sure where to go, he will pick a car to follow with the rationalization that it might not get him where he wants to go but might get him somewhere he needs to go. In the course of the novel, he finds himself trying to understand what relationships could possibly exist between a bizarre murder, a pop song, the explosive disappearance of a ticket counter at Heathrow airport, and the homeless population of London. The results are quintessential Douglas Adams.
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
funny
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This is something that's never happened to me, but I actually enjoyed this sequel more than the first book! I think it has to do with how much I enjoyed the interactions between Kate and Thor. What a fun dynamic they have!
adventurous
funny
mysterious
relaxing
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is the most entertaining audiobook I’ve ever listened to, no contest.
adventurous
funny
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Woof, what a mess. Some great lines and ideas but very poor execution. It gets an extra star for so obviously inspiring Neil Gaiman to write Neverwhere and American Gods.